Milky, sweet and with absolutely zero caffeine, this piping-hot local drink is a great choice when you want to warm up without a buzz.

Israel can get mighty chilly during the winter months, and if you’re out and about in the nippy air and want to warm up without the buzz of coffee, consider ordering a serving of “sachlav,” “a milky, orchid-based drink” beloved by Israelis.

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